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Josh Popichak

Josh Popichak

Josh Popichak is a veteran local journalist with an extensive background in print and digital news. A Bethlehem native, he has a Bachelor’s degree in history and has maintained a lifelong affinity for the subject. He founded Saucon Source to fill a need for independent local journalism, which has thrived with the support of an engaged, enthusiastic readership. He thanks the community, whose continued support makes this site possible.

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Little Panther Rundown: Panthers vs. Pen Argyl Green Knights

The SVYSA's week 2 matchups featuring the Little Panthers' Rookie Flags, Competitive Flags, 100-Pound Division and 120-Pound Division teams versus the Pen Argyl Green Knights took place on Sept. 2.

Hellertown Borough Authority Head Retiring After 10 Years

Glenn Higbie, who has headed the Hellertown Borough Authority as its administrator for the past decade, will retire Oct. 12. The HBA is the water and sewer authority for approximately 2,600 households in the borough and nearby parts of Lower Saucon Township.

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Saucon Girls Soccer: Panthers Take Down NDGP (Brought to You by Andrew & Sonya Hughes)

At Notre Dame-Green Pond Friday, the Panther girls soccer team improved their record to 11-0, with a win over the Notre Dame-Green Pond Crusaders.

Urgent Care Chain With Hellertown Location is Sold

West Reading-based Tower Health announced Tuesday that it will acquire Premier Urgent Care's 19 locations throughout southeastern Pennsylvania, including its location at 15 S. Main St., Hellertown.

Little Dog Found on Clarence Drive in Lower Saucon

Lower Saucon Township Police are asking for help with finding the owner of a small male dog found earlier on Clarence Drive. Police issued a Nixle alert about the lost pet Saturday morning.

Update: Approving Middle School Principal’s Resignation on Board Agenda

It appears likely that another high-level administrator in the Saucon Valley School District will soon be leaving the district. Over the past two years or so, at least six administrators have left the district.

Proposed PA Law Would Require Pet Shops to Sell Rescued Animals

Pennsylvania is known as a state with an abundance of so-called 'puppy mills,' many of which are located in the Pennsylvania Dutch Country of Lancaster County. A proposed state senate bill however, could change that.

Southern Lehigh, Other Area Schools Receive Safety Grants

State Rep. Justin Simmons (R-Lehigh/Montgomery/Northampton) announced Friday that Safe Schools Targeted Grants totaling nearly $100,000 have been awarded to four school districts or entities serving the 131st District, which includes part of Lower Saucon Township.

Cory D. Dittemore, 49, of Bethlehem (Obituary Brought to You by Heintzelman Funeral Home)

Cory D. Dittemore, 49, of Bethlehem, passed away in peace on Oct. 2, 2018 in hospice care. Arrangements are by the Heintzelman Funeral Home Inc., Hellertown.

Meet Calver Gallard & Katherine Naiburg: 2018 SVHS Homecoming Court Members

Calver Gallard and Katherine Naiburg are members of the 2018 Saucon Valley High School Homecoming Court.